Olivia Muniak is the founder and creative director of Muniak Studio, where hospitality and creative direction meet with effortless ease. A self-taught chef raised in a New York restaurant family, Olivia coined the term “lazy fancy” to describe her signature style of entertaining: elevated, approachable, and rooted in connection.
What began as intimate backyard supper clubs in Los Angeles has grown into a creative studio trusted by culturally fluent brands and tastemakers alike. Inspired by Italian hospitality, Olivia’s world revolves around candle-lit tables, aperitivos, thoughtful details, and the belief that gathering around the table makes everyday life more meaningful.
Through her blog and Instagram, Olivia shares what she’s cooking, eating, and loving, alongside her favorite entertaining and kitchen essentials, all with the goal of making hosting feel beautiful, effortless, and fun.
In This Episode, Whitney Explores:
- Olivia’s journey from hosting intimate backyard supper clubs to building Muniak Studio into a sought-after event design and catering business
- Her favorite cookbooks, culinary inspirations, and how cooking became both a creative outlet and career path
- Tips for creating memorable gatherings through atmosphere, thoughtful details, and intentional hospitality
- The importance of sourcing quality ingredients, shopping at farmers markets, and navigating today’s food and wellness trends
- Practical approaches to healthy eating, balance, and maintaining wellness while working in the food and events industry
Learn more about Olivia Muniak: https://oliviamuniak.com/
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Follow Olivia Muniak on Substack: https://lazyfancy.substack.com/?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=substack_profile
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